This volume is one of a series of twenty-four from Time-Life Books that chronicles the history and culture of the Native Americans. The Spirit World provides a commentary on the religious customs, rituals, and spiritual life of North American Indians, with color and b/w photos of ritual events, artifacts, and spiritual leaders.

Contents

1Touching the Great Mystery

2The Wisdom of the Creatures

3The Power in the Green Stalk

4Crying for a Vision

* Essays *

Faces of the Supernatural36Winged Envoys to the Gods77Healing Ways of the Navajo113The Sacred Shelters157